73 episodes
The Self-Starter Podcast Nichole Lauren
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5.0 • 9 Ratings
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How do I run a successful small business? How can I keep the balance between my 9 to 5 and side hustle? What are the essentials creative entrepreneurs needs to know? What are the best ways to market myself? How can I build credibility and attract my ideal client? If you’re asking these small business questions, you come to the right place.
Welcome to The Self-Starter Podcast, an attorney-led business, entrepreneurship, and marketing podcast with Nichole Lauren. This is a safe space for female entrepreneurs to feel empowered that YOU are the girl for the job.
New episode every Monday!
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071: Quarterly Business Planning with Manali Sontakke
Join us as we dive into the world of quarterly planning with Manali Sontakke, an editor for wedding photographers and an experienced business coach. Discover why quarterly planning is crucial for business success and gain practical insights on how to implement it effectively. Manali shares her journey into quarterly planning and offers valuable tips to help entrepreneurs align their strategies with long-term objectives.
Links Mentioned:
Watch this episode over on YOUTUBE!
Head to the SHOWNOTES.
Find Nichole on INSTAGRAM.
Download the FREE resource, The Full-Time Photographer's Playbook!
Creatives, find tools and resources for you HERE.
Shop my attorney-drafted contract templates at Legally Creative.
Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!).
Try THRIVECART, my favorite cart platform (and one lifetime price!)
Connect with Manali:
Instagram: @ManaliSontakke
Website: ManaliPhotography.com
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070: Responding to Your Coaching Objections
I'm so excited to share that my new mastermind program for photography business owners is LIVE! You can join this three-month program now at the link below.
In this episode, I'm responding to the common objections I get from students hesitant to hire a business coach. You will receive amazing business support and strategy from a professional who has been there and back. I'm committed to serving you well. But you have to take the first step and apply!
Join the Nichole Lauren Mastermind.
Download my favorite business budget sheet!
Start time tracking on Toggl.
Links Mentioned:
Follow along over on YOUTUBE!
Find Nichole on INSTAGRAM.
Listen to the episode mentioned: 019: How I Plan My Week on a Digital Calendar
Download the FREE resource, The Full-Time Photographer's Playbook!
Free Resources and Tools HERE.
Join my signature course, Wedding Walkthrough.
Shop my attorney-drafted contract templates at Legally Creative.
Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!).
Find Nichole on LiketoKnowit (for personal favorites!)
Try THRIVECART, my favorite cart platform (and one lifetime price!) -
069: 4 Coaching Strategies I Use with My 1-1 Clients
I'm so excited to share that my new mastermind program for photography business owners is LIVE! You can join this three-month program now at the link below.
In this episode, I'm giving you a taste of the exercises I do with my 1-1 coaching clients. All this and more is just a taste of the amazing business support and strategy you'll receive in the mastermind.
Join the Nichole Lauren Mastermind.
Download my favorite business budget sheet!
Start time tracking on Toggl.
Links Mentioned:
Follow along over on YOUTUBE!
Find Nichole on INSTAGRAM.
Listen to the episode mentioned: 019: How I Plan My Week on a Digital Calendar
Download the FREE resource, The Full-Time Photographer's Playbook!
Free Resources and Tools HERE.
Join my signature course, Wedding Walkthrough.
Shop my attorney-drafted contract templates at Legally Creative.
Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!).
Find Nichole on LiketoKnowit (for personal favorites!)
Try THRIVECART, my favorite cart platform (and one lifetime price!) -
068: Five Easy Blog Posts to Write This Week!
One of the most common questions I get is whether or not consistent blogging is worth it. And my answer is always a 100% YES! So many underestimate the power of blogging. But the truth is, it's the #1 way I boost my website's SEO.
This week, we discuss why blogging is so important as a business owner (especially for location-specific, service-based business owners), and I give you 5 easy blog posts to write this week. You have no excuse not to start now! ;)
Links Mentioned:
Follow along over on YOUTUBE!
Find Nichole on INSTAGRAM.
Listen to the other episode on blogging: 060: Blogging is Not Dead!
Download the FREE resource, The Full-Time Photographer's Playbook!
Free Resources and Tools HERE.
Join my signature course, Wedding Walkthrough.
Shop my attorney-drafted contract templates at Legally Creative.
Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!).
Find Nichole on LiketoKnowit (for personal favorites!)
Try THRIVECART, my favorite cart platform (and one lifetime price!) -
067: How to Start a Youtube Channel in 2024
Starting a Youtube channel last year was one of the BEST decisions I've made in my business and certainly the best decision recently for visibility! What was holding me back from creating a channel for so long was the fact that I didn't see myself as an influencer.
But what a lot of people don't know is that using Youtube for business is a super strategic move. The truth is, you don't have to share your entire life or vlog. Youtube is a great way to build credibility with your audience with free and valuable education. It's also a search engine, meaning it's an incredible way to reach so many new cold leads!
In this episode, I talk about who Youtube is ideal for, how and why to use it in business, and the simply steps to get started with equipment and software. The whole process is a lot easier than you might think!
Links Mentioned:
Follow along over on YOUTUBE!
Find Nichole on INSTAGRAM.
Listen to the other episodes mentioned: 063: How to Start a Podcast in 2024 and 064: Passive Income with a Small Audience
Download the FREE resource, The Full-Time Photographer's Playbook!
Free Resources and Tools HERE.
Join my signature course, Wedding Walkthrough.
Shop my attorney-drafted contract templates at Legally Creative.
Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!).
Find Nichole on LiketoKnowit (for personal favorites!)
Try THRIVECART, my favorite cart platform (and one lifetime price!) -
066: Life Update + Conference Recap!
Long time, no see. Life has been BUSY over here but so happy!! Today, I'm sharing a few life and business updates including my ALL NEW mastermind program. Details here: nicholelaurenphotography.com/mastermind
Plus, I'm sharing my experience at the Creative Educator Conference and some takeaways that will reignite your passion and vision in your business. I'm so glad you're here!!
Please leave me a 5-star rating and review on Apple podcasts to show your support of this show!
Links Mentioned:
Watch the full conference vlog over on YOUTUBE!
Follow Nichole on INSTAGRAM.
Download the FREE resource, The Full-Time Photographer's Playbook!
Free Resources and Tools HERE.
Join my signature course, Wedding Walkthrough.
Shop my attorney-drafted contract templates at Legally Creative.
Shop Nichole's Amazon Favorites (including gear, biz books, and more!).
Find Nichole on LiketoKnowit (for personal favorites!)
Customer Reviews
Great Podcast!
I love listening to Nichole’s podcast! She’s helpful, has a friendly conversational tone, and they’re not super long - so there’s usually a quick takeaway for those who have a busy schedule. Whether you’re a new or seasoned creative, I recommend checking her out!!